Kids River Rafting - Colorado
The love of adventure is not something unique to adults. Children crave excitement as well, and are often even more fearless than their elders. River rafting is a perfect way for adults and children to bond over their shared love of adventure and risk-taking. Colorado is full of beauty and nature and has many rivers perfect for family rafting trips. The Upper Colorado River is an ideal location for families with very young children who may not be big enough to paddle on their own, but are still looking for some excitement. The river is mild in this section, and families can glide along the smooth, crystal waters, enjoying the surrounding beauty. The Upper Colorado River is not without any excitement, and kids are sure to enjoy the Class II rapids they will encounter along the way. Full day and overnight rafting trips are available from mid June to mid September.
While the Arkansas River is known for its challenging white waters, there are sections suitable for small kids as well. Wilderness Aware Rafting offers both a 4 mile Splash-N-Dash family rafting experience as well as a full day 18 mile adventure. Both packages include Class I and II rapids and are perfect for children as young as four years old. Knowledgeable and patient guides are happy to answer any questions that you or children may have regarding the river itself or any of the nature and wildlife you may see along the way. The full day trip even includes between-meal snacks and toys to make sure your little ones stay happy and enjoy their experience.
Mild To Wild Rafting & Jeep Trail Tours is located in Durango, Colorado and caters its trips to families and young children. They offer a variety of packages and their website allows you to choose based on the location, the intensity of the rapids, the length of the trip, or the river itself. The family friendly rivers they operate on include the Animas, the Dolores, the Piedra, and the San Miguel. The Lower Animas River is located in Durango, Colorado, and is perfect for family fun and children as young as four are welcome to enjoy its Class I, II, and III rapids. The Dolores River is located in southwestern Colorado is perfect for kids ten or older. Its Class II and III rapids are sure to provide fun for the whole family.
The Piedra River flows through southwestern Colorado, and is better suited for slightly older kids of twelve and older. Its boisterous white waters include Class II+, III, IV, and even IV+ rapids which are sure to get your heart pumping. While navigating the Piedra River you will travel through deep canyons, and alpine rain forests. The trip even includes a stop at soothing hot springs. The San Miguel River is also in southwestern Colorado and is great for children as young as ten It features constant Class II rapids with intermittent Class III’s. The San Miguel River is one of Colorado’s best kept secrets so you and your family will practically have the river all to yourselves.